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Antananarivo, Madagascar
Madagascar's capital sprawls across twelve sacred hills at 1,280 meters above sea level. The Haute Ville (Upper Town) is the historic core, crowned by the Rova — the former royal palace complex — with views stretching across the city's terracotta rooftops to the rice paddies beyond. The steep, winding streets of the old town are lined with colonial-era buildings, small churches, and markets selling vanilla, raffia, and carved rosewood. Avenue de l'Independence, the main boulevard, connects the bustling Analakely Market to the old train station. Tana is the gateway to Madagascar's extraordinary biodiversity, and the Lemurs' Park and Tsimbazaza Zoo offer introductions to the island's unique wildlife.
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Tana is very hilly with uneven sidewalks — wear sturdy shoes and be prepared for a cardiovascular workout.
April through October is the dry season with cooler temperatures; the jacaranda bloom in October adds purple beauty to every street.